Type of role: National Volunteer
Location: Kathmandu
Partner organisation: VSO Nepal
Application Closing Date: 07 Sep 2021
Interview date: Soon as possible
Start date: Soon as possible
Mode of delivery: Work from Project Location

Role overview

Working from home – In this role, you will provide remote support (e.g. from your home) to VSO projects or partners on a part/full time basis for a set period of time. It does not involve on-site work in the project location and/or VSO office.

Diffusion Advisor will be based at VSO office in Kathmandu. The volunteer is responsible for documentation of major interventions on GBVPR II - Pariwartan program and support for diffusion efforts of the program.

Skills, qualifications and experience:

Essential:

• Technical Expertise – Bachelor’s’ degree (Master’s degree preferred) in mass Communication, Journalism, Rural and social sciences;
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in learning and documentation including report writing, case studies preparation and media engagement.
• Communication and documentation Skills – exceptionally Strong written and verbal communication skills - able to listen, analyse, present, consult, negotiate with confidence and obtain stakeholder engagement. Able to communicate complex issues effectively to wide range of audiences. Experience of remote and cross-cultural communication, demonstrating sensitivity to cultural and language differences.
• Learning analysis and time management – Capacity for inquiry, research, logical and analytical thinking, powers of reasoning and critical analysis.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines amidst analysis and critical assessments.
• Information Technology Systems – Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel particularly experience in creating and training on the usage of information management e.g. data bases/shared drives
• Experience of working with volunteers and Commitment to VSO’s work and values

Competencies and Behaviour:

At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:

• Ability to be open minded and respectful
• Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
• Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
• Ability to seek and share knowledge

Equal Opportunities

• VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.

Allowance:

• In country Funded Allowance as per VSO policy.
• Accommodation allowance as per VSO policy.

As a VSO volunteer, you will be sharing your skills with local communities on a full time basis. VSO will cover your travel, vaccinations, accommodation, and medical insurance costs, along with a local living allowance which will be paid in local currency. This allowance meets reasonable living expenses in country, but will not be enough to send money home. You will also receive some financial support to contribute to your on-going expenses at home.

Accommodation

VSO works with some of the poorest communities in the world which means accommodation varies and will be basic.